How many syllables in “pharmacy”?
syllables in "pharmacy"
Word details
Syllables
3
phar · ma · cy
Letters
8
p · h · a · r · m · a · c · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “pharmacy”
The word “pharmacy” contains 3 syllables, divided as phar · ma · cy. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pharmacy" have?
"pharmacy" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pharmacy" into syllables?
"pharmacy" is divided into syllables as: phar · ma · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "pharmacy"?
The Scrabble score for "pharmacy" is 20 points.
Using “pharmacy” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pharmacy" (phar · ma · cy) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “pharmacy” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.